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Revolutionizing space travel for humanity's future

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Key Highlights

  • Founded in 2002 by Elon Musk
  • Headquartered in Hawthorne, California
  • Developed Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets
  • Raised over $7 billion with a valuation of $137 billion

SpaceX, founded in 2002 by Elon Musk, is a leading aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. The company has developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, as well as the Dragon spacecraft, which delivers cargo to the International Space Statio...

🎁 Benefits

Employees at SpaceX enjoy competitive salaries, stock options, generous PTO policies, and comprehensive health benefits. The company also supports pro...

🌟 Culture

SpaceX fosters a culture of innovation and engineering excellence, encouraging employees to tackle ambitious projects and push the boundaries of space...

Skills & Technologies

Overview

SpaceX is hiring a Manager of Solar Cell Facilities Engineering to lead the design of gas and chemical systems for solar cell assembly lines. You'll work with AutoCAD and AWS to optimize manufacturing processes. This role requires experience in engineering management and facility design.

Job Description

Who you are

You have a strong background in engineering management, with at least 5 years of experience leading teams in complex manufacturing environments. Your expertise includes designing gas and chemical distribution systems, and you have a deep understanding of safety and compliance standards in industrial settings. You are skilled in using AutoCAD for facility design and have experience with AWS for managing engineering projects. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to integrate designs with production workflows. Your leadership style fosters innovation and encourages team members to contribute their ideas and expertise. You are passionate about sustainable technologies and are excited about the opportunity to contribute to SpaceX's mission of enabling human life on Mars.

Desirable

Experience with solar technologies or high-volume manufacturing processes is a plus. Familiarity with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations will help you ensure compliance in your designs. A background in mechanical engineering will enhance your ability to lead the design of complex systems effectively.

What you'll do

As the Manager of Solar Cell Facilities Engineering, you will lead a team responsible for designing critical gas and chemical systems that support a high-volume solar cell assembly line. Your role involves collaborating with process engineers, manufacturing leads, and safety experts to ensure that facility designs align with production workflows. You will develop system architectures that are modular and cost-effective, allowing for scalability as production ramps up. Conducting risk assessments will be a key part of your responsibilities, ensuring that all designs meet safety and operational standards. You will also be involved in optimizing factory operations to enhance efficiency and productivity. Your leadership will guide the team in implementing innovative solutions that support SpaceX's ambitious goals.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing sustainable space exploration. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. You will work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on the future of space technology. Join us in our quest to make life multi-planetary and be part of a team that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible in engineering and manufacturing.

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